… There have been many incarnations of bike polo in Burlington, but this summer’s Wednesday night pickup league is unique for its longevity and the fact that it’s being played on a hard court rather than grass.

Although the game has its roots in the New York City bike messenger scene, everyone is welcome to play in Burlington, regardless of type of bike or riding experience. The three-on-three games are free-for-alls for anyone with a bike and a willingness to learn. …

This weekend Chicago Bike Polo is holding its North American championships. The event will take place in Chicago’s Garfield Park on the tennis courts just south of the field house. According to Chicago Public Radio’s Gianofer Fields if you see them from a distance it looks like the players are floating through the air.

Go to Chicago Public Radio to give it a listen, or they have it transcribed if you just want to read it.

PANIZZO: …To brag a little, I’m probably the best lefty in the world. I can say that with confidence, too, and all the other teams will agree. I hope they all listen to this…they better. The world needs to know.

A bike polo photo book by Robert Griffin was published yesterday. It’s titled Wheeled Horses – Chicago Bike Polo. Apparently it’s 7″x7″ and 42 pages. A pre-view is available online at blurb.com or just click the image below.